Lunchtime Live
Lunchtime Live
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Andrea Gilligan invites callers to have their say on the topics of the day - get in touch by emailing [email protected] Listen and subscribe to Lunchtime Live on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.CONVERSATION THAT COUNTS | Ireland’s national independent talk station for news, sport, analysis and entertainmentListen to Newstalk at http://newstalk.com/listenlive | Download the GoLoud app now, the new home for Newstalk
The Health Reset: Dr Niall Breen
It’s time for The Health Reset! Where an expert joins to answer any of your health-related questions.This week, Andrea is joined by Dr Niall Breen from the Portmarnock GP Clinic to answer your medical questions!
Aug 17
11 min
Neighbourhood Whatsapp groups - have they gotten out of hand?
Have neighbourhood Whatsapp groups lost the run of themselves?In an article in the Independent UK, writer Oliver Petter wonders how the humble group chat for neighbourly business went from a necessary utility to an emotional dumping ground…What is your experience?Joining Andrea to discuss is Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly, as well as Esther O’Moore Donohoe, writer and podcaster.
Aug 17
9 min
What support is needed for parents with autistic children?
On the show last week, Andrea spoke to parents of children with autism. They gave their day-to-day experiences of navigating life with their children and the lack of support and resources available to parents who are facing this daily reality.More people have gotten in touch to share their own experiences, and to talk about what they would like to see going forward…
Aug 17
23 min
Have you had difficulty getting school bus tickets?
Last week, Andrea spoke to some parents who are struggling to get school bus tickets for their kids.As the academic year approaches, many parents are facing no choice but to drive their kids to school each morning.Today, Andrea speaks with more parents on this issue…
Aug 17
12 min
Money Matters: Mortgage interest rates
Are you determined to finally get on top of your finances once and for all?For many, looking at your bank account is something you dread, but how should we best manage what’s coming in and what’s coming out?For this edition of Money Matters, Andrea is joined by Paul Merriman of Ask Paul to discuss everything you need to know about mortgage interest rates and their impact!
Aug 17
13 min
Social media’s influence on dangerous driving - what needs to be done?
Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly has condemned what he has described as the "reckless behaviour" of motorists driving on the wrong side of motorways. He added that in some cases this form of dangerous driving is being carried out for "social media likes".What more needs to be done about social media trends around driving?Joining Andrea to discuss is Dr Elizabeth Farries, Director of the UCD Centre for Digital Policy,  Trina O'Connor, host of the ‘Real Lives Untold’ podcast and Newstalk Reporter Jessica Woodlock.
Aug 17
20 min
Have You Been To? - Dublin’s Hidden Gems
We continue a county-by-county journey across Ireland, exploring all 32 counties that make up this remarkable island. Have you been to some of these places and hidden gems?Today, Andrea is joined by Travel Content Creator Tony Smyth to find out what the best things to see and do are in County Dublin!
Aug 14
9 min
How does the restorative justice process work?
Earlier this week, Andrea spoke to Sophia Murphy. She was the victim of abuse at the hands of her father throughout her childhood and both her parents are serving prison sentences for what she went through…For more on this, Dr. Ian Marder, Associate Professor in Criminology at the School of Law and Criminology in Maynooth University, joins Andrea to explain how the restorative justice process works…
Aug 14
17 min
Should parents contribute to wedding costs?
If you’re saving for a wedding you will know that they are expensive events, but would you expect the parents of a couple to contribute to the big day?And should family members chip in?Andrea is joined by listeners to discuss.
Aug 14
15 min
What do you think about the Irish Athletics success?
What a night for Irish Athletics last night with Mark English winning gold and Rhasidat Adeleke taking silver!Joining Andrea to give their reactions is Chris McNulty from Finn Valley Athletics Club and Cecil Johnston, Tallaght Athletics Club PRO.
Aug 14
9 min
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